Uruguayan Peso (UYU) Profile

$U, or $

1/100,  centésimo
$U1, $U2, $U5, $U10, $U50
 
$U20, $U50, $U100, $U200, $U500, $U1000, $U2000
 
Central Bank of Uruguay (www.bcu.gub.uy)

Users:

The Uruguayan Peso (UYU) is the official currency of Uruguay. It is the legal tender used for all transactions within the country.

History:

The Uruguayan Peso has a long history and has gone through various changes and reforms. It was first introduced in 1993, replacing the old Peso Uruguayo (UYP) at a rate of 1 UYU = 1,000 UYP.

Uruguay is a South American country known for its stable economy and progressive social policies.

Coins and Banknotes:

The Uruguayan Peso is subdivided into 100 centésimos, although centésimos coins are not commonly used nowadays.

Coins:

Coins currently in circulation are 1, 2, 5, and 10 pesos.

Banknotes:

The most commonly used banknotes are 20, 50, 100, 200, 500, and 1,000 pesos.

Each banknote typically features important historical figures, landmarks, and symbols of Uruguay.